Most people come to Malang just to see Mount Bromo. We came for that too — and were completely won over by the city itself, from its extraordinary Hotel Tugu to the colorful villages that paint literally saved from demolition.
Most people come to Malang just to see Mount Bromo. We came for that too — and were completely won over by the city itself, from its extraordinary Hotel Tugu to the colorful villages that paint literally saved from demolition.
From a 2:30am wake-up call for Borobudur at sunrise to a drag cabaret on the floor of a batik shop, Yogyakarta delivered more than we expected at every turn. Here’s what the cultural heart of Java is really like.
A two-night Singapore stopover on the way to Indonesia was a great decision— extraordinary hawker food, a health scare handled brilliantly by Singapore’s public hospital, and a night at Gardens by the Bay that felt like the future.
Hi! We’re Danielle and Joe—newlyweds as of October 2024 and lifelong adventurers. We travel the world through house sitting, exploring new cultures, and chasing great music. We have recently relocated to Mexico, embracing a new chapter of slow, intentional living. Follow along for stories, travel tips, and plenty of music and food along the way!